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vagina

vah-HEE-nahbaˈxi.na

“vagina” means “vagina” in Spanish (Anatomical term).

vagina

Also: birth canal
NounfB1
A simplified, colorful anatomical illustration of the internal female reproductive system, specifically highlighting the tubular structure of the vagina leading to the cervix and uterus.

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La vagina es parte del aparato reproductor femenino.

B1

The vagina is part of the female reproductive system.

Durante el parto, el bebé pasa por la vagina, que también se llama canal de parto.

B2

During childbirth, the baby passes through the vagina, which is also called the birth canal.

Es importante mantener una buena higiene de la vagina.

A2

It is important to maintain good vaginal hygiene.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • canal de parto (birth canal)

Common Collocations

  • anatomía de la vagina – vagina anatomy
  • infección de la vagina – vaginal infection

Translate to Spanish

Words that translate to "vagina" in Spanish:

birth canal→vagina→

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Quick Quiz: vagina

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¿Qué palabra se usa como adjetivo para describir algo relacionado con la vagina?

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👥 Word Family▼
vaginal(vaginal) — Adjective
ginecóloga(gynecologist (female)) — Noun
🎵 Rhymes▼
páginamáquina
📚 Etymology▼

This word comes directly from Latin, where *vagina* literally meant 'sheath' or 'scabbard,' referring to the covering for a sword. This meaning was adopted into anatomical terminology because of the shape and function of the organ.

First recorded: Used in anatomical texts since the 16th century, based on classical Latin usage.

Cognates (Related words)

English: vaginaFrench: vagin

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Frequently Asked Questions

¿Es 'vagina' una palabra formal o informal?

Es la palabra formal y médicamente correcta para referirse a este órgano. Se usa en contextos neutrales y educativos. Si bien existen términos informales o vulgares, 'vagina' es el término estándar.

¿Por qué es femenina si se parece a una funda?

La palabra 'vagina' es femenina ('la vagina') porque en latín, la palabra original *vagina* (sheath/scabbard) también era femenina. El género simplemente se mantuvo a lo largo de los siglos.